On Children's Day, Elementary School Students Challenge to Become 'Aufguss Masters': "Koneppa!®" Experiential Aufguss Event Celebrates 20th Milestone
Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu, operated by The Farm Co., Ltd., will host the 20th "Koneppa!®" experiential Aufguss event, where elementary school students take the lead as Aufguss masters, on Children's Day, May 5, 2026. Featuring popular Aufguss master Hashiyasume Satoshi, the event aims to foster family-friendly sauna culture and transform sauna experiences into cherished family memories.
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Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu, a bathing facility within the farm resort THE FARM, operated by The Farm Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Katori City, Chiba Prefecture; Representative Director: Yasuaki Takeda), will host the 20th "Koneppa!®" experiential Aufguss event on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (Children's Day holiday), with children as the main participants.
This time, welcoming popular Aufguss master Hashiyasume Satoshi as the "teacher," the event offers a special day unique to this milestone occasion, where children can learn about and challenge the fun of sauna. "Koneppa!®" is a unique project by Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu that transforms the sauna experience into "family memories" by having children challenge the role of an Aufguss master, with adults watching over them, and everyone enjoying it together. It started approximately three years ago when sauna culture began to spread, and has since established itself as a signature event of the facility. By holding its 20th milestone event on Children's Day, with children as the protagonists, the aim is to further promote the appeal of family-friendly sauna culture.
https://www.thefarm.jp/karinnoyu/news/1991/
Sauna experience where children take the lead on Children's Day
"Koneppa!®" is a participatory Aufguss event where children get to experience the joy of sauna by acting as Aufguss masters. Children take on the challenge, while families and visitors watch. Applause and smiles naturally spread throughout the venue, transforming sauna from something "to be received" into something "to be enjoyed together." By holding it on Children's Day, where children are the protagonists, the symbolic nature of this event is further emphasized.
Started approximately three years ago when sauna culture began to spread, evolving into a family-friendly culture
"Koneppa!®" began during a period when the spread of sauna culture was accelerating, and ways of enjoying it began to diversify. Amidst this, Karinnoyu initiated this project as an effort to shape "sauna experiences enjoyable for families." It created an entry point for parents and children to participate in a sauna, which previously had a strong image of being adult-centric, fostering a place where generations can enjoy together. The 20th event is a milestone occasion to reaffirm the value accumulated over these years.
Hashiyasume Satoshi-san is the "teacher" for the 20th event
For the commemorative 20th event, Aufguss master Hashiyasume Satoshi will be welcomed as the "teacher." Together with Hashiyasume Satoshi-san, who has captivated many sauna fans with his rich expressiveness and entertainment, children will learn, challenge themselves, and create a time where the entire venue becomes one. The moment when the joy of sauna is passed down from top runners to the next generation is also a major highlight of this event.
**[Hashiyasume Satoshi Profile]**
- Aufguss Professional Team Leader
- Affiliated with Sky Spa YOKOHAMA
- ACJ2026 Kanto Preliminary Round: 5th place individual, 4th place team
**Event Outline**
- Event Name: Koneppa!®︎
- Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday/Holiday)
- Venue: Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu (Katori City, Chiba Prefecture / within THE FARM)
- Target: Elementary school students (Capacity 8 people) / Accompanied by a guardian
- Participation Fee: Free (*Separate admission fee will be charged.)
- Content: Experiential Aufguss event by children
- Instructor: Hashiyasume Satoshi-san
**Time Schedule**
- 15:30〜 Lecture by Hashiyasume Satoshi-san
- 16:00 Demonstration in co-ed sauna
- 17:00 Commemorative photo
**How to participate: Pre-registration (first-come, first-served)**
Please apply using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedn3Q2hXWK6qiPNdt7s3VZHIVMZ9616_sGhMPJMxY5VBpJlQ/viewform
**■Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu**
"Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu," located within the farm resort THE FARM in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, is a healing complex where visitors can enjoy natural hot springs, sauna, and dining. Self-Löyly barrel saunas and Aufguss events are also popular, allowing families and friends to relax all day. The facility also features 10,000 manga and magazines, hammocks, and a comfortable space where guests can relax barefoot.
https://www.thefarm.jp/karinnoyu/
**■The Farm Co., Ltd.**
Founded in May 2016. Operates "THE FARM," a farm resort with one of the largest glamping facilities in Kanto, Chiba Prefecture, and has been inducted into the Hall of Fame by winning awards at the Outdoor Innovation Summit for six consecutive years. Management philosophy: "A life with farming for everyone." Provides new styles of easy agricultural experiences and ways to enjoy the outdoors.
https://www.thefarm.jp/
- Headquarters: 1309-29 Nishitabe, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture
- Company Name: The Farm Co., Ltd.
- Representative: Yasuaki Takeda
- Founding Date: May 26, 2016
- Business: Operation of "Farm Resort THE FARM," management of accommodation facilities, management of restaurants, regional revitalization projects, etc.
This time, welcoming popular Aufguss master Hashiyasume Satoshi as the "teacher," the event offers a special day unique to this milestone occasion, where children can learn about and challenge the fun of sauna. "Koneppa!®" is a unique project by Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu that transforms the sauna experience into "family memories" by having children challenge the role of an Aufguss master, with adults watching over them, and everyone enjoying it together. It started approximately three years ago when sauna culture began to spread, and has since established itself as a signature event of the facility. By holding its 20th milestone event on Children's Day, with children as the protagonists, the aim is to further promote the appeal of family-friendly sauna culture.
https://www.thefarm.jp/karinnoyu/news/1991/
Sauna experience where children take the lead on Children's Day
"Koneppa!®" is a participatory Aufguss event where children get to experience the joy of sauna by acting as Aufguss masters. Children take on the challenge, while families and visitors watch. Applause and smiles naturally spread throughout the venue, transforming sauna from something "to be received" into something "to be enjoyed together." By holding it on Children's Day, where children are the protagonists, the symbolic nature of this event is further emphasized.
Started approximately three years ago when sauna culture began to spread, evolving into a family-friendly culture
"Koneppa!®" began during a period when the spread of sauna culture was accelerating, and ways of enjoying it began to diversify. Amidst this, Karinnoyu initiated this project as an effort to shape "sauna experiences enjoyable for families." It created an entry point for parents and children to participate in a sauna, which previously had a strong image of being adult-centric, fostering a place where generations can enjoy together. The 20th event is a milestone occasion to reaffirm the value accumulated over these years.
Hashiyasume Satoshi-san is the "teacher" for the 20th event
For the commemorative 20th event, Aufguss master Hashiyasume Satoshi will be welcomed as the "teacher." Together with Hashiyasume Satoshi-san, who has captivated many sauna fans with his rich expressiveness and entertainment, children will learn, challenge themselves, and create a time where the entire venue becomes one. The moment when the joy of sauna is passed down from top runners to the next generation is also a major highlight of this event.
**[Hashiyasume Satoshi Profile]**
- Aufguss Professional Team Leader
- Affiliated with Sky Spa YOKOHAMA
- ACJ2026 Kanto Preliminary Round: 5th place individual, 4th place team
**Event Outline**
- Event Name: Koneppa!®︎
- Date: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday/Holiday)
- Venue: Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu (Katori City, Chiba Prefecture / within THE FARM)
- Target: Elementary school students (Capacity 8 people) / Accompanied by a guardian
- Participation Fee: Free (*Separate admission fee will be charged.)
- Content: Experiential Aufguss event by children
- Instructor: Hashiyasume Satoshi-san
**Time Schedule**
- 15:30〜 Lecture by Hashiyasume Satoshi-san
- 16:00 Demonstration in co-ed sauna
- 17:00 Commemorative photo
**How to participate: Pre-registration (first-come, first-served)**
Please apply using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedn3Q2hXWK6qiPNdt7s3VZHIVMZ9616_sGhMPJMxY5VBpJlQ/viewform
**■Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu**
"Ofuro Cafe Karinnoyu," located within the farm resort THE FARM in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, is a healing complex where visitors can enjoy natural hot springs, sauna, and dining. Self-Löyly barrel saunas and Aufguss events are also popular, allowing families and friends to relax all day. The facility also features 10,000 manga and magazines, hammocks, and a comfortable space where guests can relax barefoot.
https://www.thefarm.jp/karinnoyu/
**■The Farm Co., Ltd.**
Founded in May 2016. Operates "THE FARM," a farm resort with one of the largest glamping facilities in Kanto, Chiba Prefecture, and has been inducted into the Hall of Fame by winning awards at the Outdoor Innovation Summit for six consecutive years. Management philosophy: "A life with farming for everyone." Provides new styles of easy agricultural experiences and ways to enjoy the outdoors.
https://www.thefarm.jp/
- Headquarters: 1309-29 Nishitabe, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture
- Company Name: The Farm Co., Ltd.
- Representative: Yasuaki Takeda
- Founding Date: May 26, 2016
- Business: Operation of "Farm Resort THE FARM," management of accommodation facilities, management of restaurants, regional revitalization projects, etc.